Polar Paws & Santa Claws 5k by Toledo Zoo

  • Date Sun 14th December 2025
  • Time 3:00PM EST
  • Location Toledo, Ohio
  • Price $17.40 - $38.60
  • Races 2 races
  • Distances 5km, 1km

Event summary

Get ready for a paws-itively delightful experience at the Polar Paws & Santa Claws 5K, taking place on Sunday, December 14, 2025, in Toledo, Lucas! This family-friendly event promises a fun-filled day for all, featuring a festive 5K race that encourages participants of all ages to embrace the holiday spirit. Registrants will enjoy exciting perks, including a collectible medal for the first 700 participants, wearable swag, a collectible cup, and a custom bib with chip timing.

Kids up to age 12 can join in the fun with the Cub Run, which includes an ice slide pass, making it a perfect day for families to bond and celebrate the season together. Participants are invited to don their best holiday-themed attire and light-up accessories as they dash through the course. Don’t miss out on packet pickup on December 11 and 12 at Dave's Running Shop in Sylvania, or grab your race packet on the day of the event at the Toledo Zoo if you register after December 12. Mark your calendars and prepare for a merry morning of exercise and cheer at this unforgettable holiday event!

Organiser's Description

POLAR PAWS & SANTA CLAWS 5K IS FUN FUR YOUR WHOLE FAMILY!

Get ready to move your paws!

5k Registrants will receive:

* Collectible medal (first 700 only)
* Wearable swag
* Collectible cup
* Custom bib with chip timing

The Cub Run is for kids up to age 12 and includes ice slide pass.

All participants are encouraged to wear holiday themed attire and light-up accessories as they run their own race.

For more information, please visit toledozoo.org/polarpaws

PACKET PICKUP

THURSDAY, DEC 11 AND FRIDAY, DEC 12 AT DAVE'S RUNNING SHOP IN SYLVANIA, STARLITE PLAZA

3-6:30 PM BOTH DAYS

For any registrations AFTER Dec 12, race packets may be picked up at the Toledo Zoo on race day

Races

  • Polar Paws & Santa Claws 5K

    Incl. $3.60 Fee

    Sun 14th December 2025 (4:00PM EST)

    $38.60

    OPENS 07 JUL
    All ages welcome! Strollers are welcome but asked to start near the back for safety.
  • Polar Paws Kids Cub Run

    Incl. $2.40 Fee

    Sun 14th December 2025 (3:00PM EST)

    $17.40

    OPENS 07 JUL
    Ages 0-12 years

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2 Hippo Way, Toledo, 43614, OH, United States

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